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Luggage compartment

CONTROLS

holders as far as they will go, arrow 1, and

push forwards.

4. Attach the luggage compartment separating

net with the two lower hooks into the rear

eyes on the folded rear seat backrest, ar‐

rows 2, raise the rear seat backrests a little to

do this if necessary.

Make sure that the lower hooks are hooked

into the eyes from behind.

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Driving precautions

Engine, gearbox and differential

Up to 2000 km, 1200 miles

Do not exceed the maximum engine revs and

speed:

Vehicle equipment

This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐

cific and optional equipment available for the

model series. It may therefore describe equip‐

ment and functions which are not installed in

your vehicle, for example on account of the spe‐

cial equipment selected or the country specifica‐

tion. This also applies to safety-relevant func‐

tions and systems. Please comply with the

relevant laws and regulations when using the

corresponding functions and systems.

▷ With petrol engines, 4500 rpm and 160 km/h,

100 mph.

▷ With diesel engines, 3500 rpm and 150 km/h,

93 mph.

Generally avoid kick-down and driving under full

load.

From 2000 km, 1200 miles onwards

Engine and road speeds can be gradually in‐

creased.

Running in

General

Moving parts need to adjust to each other.

Tyres

Due to the manufacturing process, new tyres do

not achieve their full road grip immediately.

The following notes will help to maximise the ve‐

hicle's lifetime and efficiency.

Drive moderately for the first 300 km, 200 miles.

Do not use Launch Control, see page 140, when

running in.

Brake system

Safety note

Brake discs and pads only achieve their full ef‐

fectiveness after approximately 500 km,

300 miles. Drive moderately during this running-

in period.

WARNING

New parts and components can cause safety

and Driver Assistance Systems to respond with

a delay. There is a risk of accident. After new

parts have been installed or if the vehicle is

new, drive moderately and take action promptly

if necessary. Please comply with running-in

procedures for the corresponding parts and

components.

Clutch

The clutch only begins to function optimally at

approximately 500 km, 300 miles. Engage the

clutch gently during this running-in period.

After fitting new parts

Please comply with the running-in procedures

again if the components previously referred to

are renewed.

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parking, no flammable materials can come into

contact with hot vehicle parts.

General driving information

Closing the tailgate

Safety note

Exhaust gas particle filter

Principle

The exhaust gas particle filter collects soot parti‐

cles. The soot particles are burned at high tem‐

peratures to clean the exhaust gas particle filter

as necessary.

WARNING

When open, the tailgate protrudes above the

vehicle and in the event of an accident, or when

braking or carrying out evasive manoeuvres,

can endanger vehicle occupants and other road

users or damage the vehicle. There is also a

risk of exhaust fumes entering the interior of

the vehicle. There is a risk of injury or material

damage. Do not drive with the tailgate open.

General

The cleaning process takes a few minutes, dur‐

ing which the following may occur:

▷ The engine may temporarily run a little

roughly.

▷ A slightly higher engine speed may be re‐

quired to achieve the usual power output.

Driving with the tailgate open

If there is no alternative to driving with the tail‐

gate open:

▷ There may be a small amount of smoke from

the exhaust, even after stopping the engine.

▷ Close all the windows and the glass sunroof.

▷ Adjust the blower to a high setting.

▷ Maintain a moderate speed.

▷ Noise, for example caused by the radiator fan

running, may be heard, even some minutes

after stopping the engine.

It is normal for the radiator fan to keep running

for several minutes, even after short trips.

Hot exhaust system

Petrol engine: Cleaning the exhaust

gas particle filter while driving

Various driver profiles ensure that the exhaust

gas particle filter is self-cleaning. If, in addition to

the self-cleaning function, the exhaust gas parti‐

cle filter needs to be actively cleaned while driv‐

ing, a Check Control message is displayed.

WARNING

High temperatures may occur under the vehicle

body during driving, for example because of the

exhaust system. Contact with the exhaust sys‐

tem can lead to burns. There is a risk of injury.

Do not touch the hot exhaust system, including

the exhaust pipe.

Proceed as follows the next time you drive out‐

side of built-up areas for around 30 minutes:

▷ Deactivate cruise Control systems.

WARNING

▷ Take your foot off the accelerator repeatedly

and allow the vehicle to roll in overrun mode,

see page 268.

If flammable materials, for example leaves or

grass, come into contact with hot parts of the

exhaust system, these materials can catch fire.

There is a risk of fire and injury. Never remove

the heat shields fitted here or apply underseal

to them. Make sure that when driving, idling or

▷ If possible, drive at alternating speeds.

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This situation, known as aquaplaning, means that

Peak power

the tyre can actually lose contact completely with

the road surface and the vehicle can neither be

steered, nor the brakes properly applied.

Temporary peak power is delivered in relation to

environmental factors. It may reach around 10 %

above the rated power. The duration of the peak

power increases as the ambient temperature

rises.

Driving through water

General

Please comply with the following when driving

through water:

▷ At 25 ℃/77 ℉, it lasts around 5 seconds.

▷ At -20 ℃/-4 ℉, it lasts around 40 seconds.

The information regarding peak power applies to

20i petrol engines.

▷ Deactivate the Automatic Start/Stop function.

▷ Only drive through still water.

Radio signals

▷ Only drive through water up to a max. depth

of 25 cm, 9.8 in.

WARNING

▷ Drive through water at a walking speed of no

more than 5 km/h, 3 mph.

Certain vehicle functions may be affected by in‐

terference from high-frequency radio signals.

Such signals are output from a series of trans‐

mission systems, for example from air traffic

beacons or relay stations for mobile telecom‐

munications.

Safety note

NOTE

We recommend you consult your Service Cen‐

tre should you experience any difficulties.

Driving through excessively deep water too fast

can result in water entering the engine com‐

partment, electrical system or transmission.

There is a risk of material damage. When driv‐

ing through water, do not exceed the maximum

water depth and speed specified above.

Mobile communication in the

vehicle

WARNING

Safe braking

General

The vehicle is equipped with an Anti-lock Brake

System ABS as standard.

There is a possibility of reciprocal interference

between the vehicle electronics and mobile

radio devices. Radiation is generated when mo‐

bile radio devices are transmitting. There is a

risk of injury or material damage. If possible,

only use mobile radio devices, for example mo‐

bile telephones, in the interior if they are con‐

nected directly to an external aerial in order to

eliminate reciprocal interference and to divert

the radiation away from the vehicle's interior.

Perform full braking in situations that require it.

The vehicle remains steerable. Any obstacles

can be avoided by steering as smoothly as possi‐

ble.

A pulsing of the brake pedal and hydraulic regu‐

lating sounds indicate that the Anti-lock Brake

System ABS is functioning.

Aquaplaning

On wet or slushy roads, a wedge of water can

form between the tyres and the road.

In certain braking situations, the perforated brake

discs can cause functional noise. However, func‐

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tional noises have no effect on the efficiency and

operational safety of the brakes.

Safety notes

WARNING

Objects in the movement range of

the pedals

Even slight but continuous pressure on the

brake pedal can cause overheating, brake pad

wear or even brake system failure. There is a

risk of accident. Avoid excessive loads on the

brake.

WARNING

Objects in the driver's footwell can restrict the

pedal travel or block a pedal that has been

pressed. There is a risk of accident. Ensure that

items in the vehicle are stowed securely and

cannot get into the driver's footwell. Only use

floor mats that are suitable for the vehicle and

can be securely fastened to the floor. Do not

use loose floor mats, and do not place several

floor mats on top of one another. Make sure

that there is sufficient space for the pedals. En‐

sure that floor mats are securely reattached af‐

ter removal, for example for cleaning.

WARNING

When idling or with the engine switched off,

safety-relevant functions, for example engine

braking effect or steering and braking force as‐

sistance, are either restricted or not available at

all. There is a risk of accident. Do not drive at

idle speed or with the engine switched off.

Corrosion of the brake discs

Corrosion of the brake discs and contamination

of the brake pads increase in the following cir‐

cumstances:

Wet roads

In wet weather, on gritted roads and in heavy

rain, apply the brakes lightly every few kilome‐

tres/miles.

▷ Low mileage.

▷ Extended periods when the vehicle is not

used.

Ensure that you do not obstruct other road users

when doing so.

▷ Infrequent use of the brakes.

The heat generated by braking dries the brake

discs and brake pads and protects them against

corrosion.

▷ Aggressive, acidic or alkaline cleaning agents.

During braking, corroded brake discs may cause

brake judder which usually cannot be eliminated.

This helps to maintain the brake power so that it

is available immediately when needed.

Condensation when vehicle is

parked

Downhill gradients

When the automatic air conditioning is in opera‐

tion, condensation develops and exits under‐

neath the vehicle.

General

When driving on long or steep downhill

stretches, use the gear in which the least braking

is required. Otherwise the brake system can

overheat and the braking effect is reduced.

Roof rack

Engine braking effect can be additionally in‐

creased by manually shifting down, even into first

gear, if applicable.

General

Roof racks are available as special equipment.

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▷ Distribute the roof load evenly.

Safety note

▷ The roof load must not be spread over a large

area.

WARNING

▷ Place heavy items of luggage at the bottom.

When driving with a roof load, for example with

a roof rack, the higher centre of gravity can

mean that driving safety is no longer guaran‐

teed in critical driving situations. There is a risk

of accident or material damage. Do not deacti‐

vate Dynamic Stability Control DSC when driv‐

ing with a roof load.

▷ Securely fasten the luggage, for example with

tensioning straps.

▷ Do not allow objects to protrude into the

swing range of the tailgate.

▷ Drive cautiously and avoid sudden accelera‐

tion, braking or cornering.

Roof strip with flaps

The mounting points are located on the roof strip

above the doors.

Rear luggage rack

Principle

The ball linkage of the trailer tow hitch can be

used as a mount for rear luggage racks; for ex‐

ample bicycle rack systems.

General

Rear luggage racks that have been classified as

suitable by the vehicle manufacturer are available

as special equipment.

Bicycle rack systems for up to three bicycles can

be used.

Fold the cover outwards.

Fitting

Follow the installation instructions for the roof

rack.

Follow the installation instructions for the rear

luggage rack.

Make sure that there is sufficient space to raise

and open the glass sunroof.

Loads

A loaded roof rack alters the vehicle's road be‐

haviour and steering response by shifting its cen‐

tre of gravity.

When loading and driving, bear the following in

mind:

▷ Do not exceed the permitted roof and axle

loads or the permitted gross weight.

▷ Make sure that there is sufficient space to

raise and open the glass sunroof.

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▷ Do not exceed the permitted axle load or the

permitted gross weight.

Loads

▷ Drive smoothly and avoid sudden accelera‐

tion and braking or fast cornering.

Driving on a racing track

WARNING

The vehicle is not designed for use in motor‐

sport competitions or similar. There is a risk of

accident. Do not use the vehicle in motorsport

competitions or similar.

The permitted gross weight of the rear luggage

rack when loaded depends on how far its centre

of gravity is from the ball linkage.

▷ If the centre of gravity is up to 30 cm, 11.8 in

from the ball linkage, the gross weight of the

rear luggage rack must not exceed

75 kg/165 lbs.

The higher mechanical and thermal loads in‐

volved when driving on racetracks lead to in‐

creased wear. This wear is not covered by the

warranty.

▷ If the centre of gravity is 60 cm, 23.5 in from

the ball linkage, the gross weight of the rear

luggage rack must not exceed 35 kg/77 lbs.

Before and after driving on a racing track, have

the vehicle checked at a Service Partner of the

manufacturer or another qualified Service Partner

or a specialist workshop.

▷ Stow heavy loads as close as possible to the

ball linkage.

▷ Fasten loads securely to the rear luggage

rack and secure them against sliding around.

Before a journey

Before beginning the journey, check that the rear

lights on the rear luggage rack are working.

The maximum power of the rear luggage rack

rear lights must not exceed the values for trailer

rear lights, see page 261.

To prevent functional limitations and malfunc‐

tions affecting Driver Assistance Systems, acti‐

vate towing a trailer mode, see page 263.

Driving with a rear luggage rack

When laden, the rear luggage rack alters the ve‐

hicle's handling and steering response due to the

centre of gravity having been shifted.

When loading and driving, bear the following in

mind:

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Towing a trailer

towbar-mounted carrying device, such as, for ex‐

ample, a bicycle carrying rack.

Vehicle equipment

As all BMW Group towbar assemblies are de‐

signed, tested and approved as a single unit, the

practice of modifying or replacing the BMW sup‐

plied towball mount assembly is not approved.

Use only the genuine BMW towball mount as‐

sembly.

This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐

cific and optional equipment available for the

model series. It may therefore describe equip‐

ment and functions which are not installed in

your vehicle, for example on account of the spe‐

cial equipment selected or the country specifica‐

tion. This also applies to safety-relevant func‐

tions and systems. Please comply with the

relevant laws and regulations when using the

corresponding functions and systems.

BMW Group Australia does not recommend or

support the installation and use of a Weight Dis‐

tribution Hitch or Load Levelling Device on any

BMW Group vehicle. The use of such devices

may affect the vehicle's warranty status.

We recommend you consult your Authorised

BMW Dealer for any further advice or clarifica‐

tion.

General

The permitted trailer loads, axle loads, trailer

nose weights and gross vehicle weight rating are

specified in the technical data.

Before a journey

Consult a Service Partner of the manufacturer or

another qualified Service Partner or a specialist

workshop about options for increasing the loads.

Trailer nose weight

The trailer nose weight should not be less than

the minimum trailer nose weight of 25 kg, 55 lb.

Utilise the maximum trailer nose weight as far as

possible.

The vehicle is equipped with reinforced springs

on the rear axle and, depending on the type, with

a more powerful cooling system.

The weight of the trailer tow hitch and the nose

weight reduce the maximum load of the towing

vehicle. The nose weight increases the vehicle

weight. Do not exceed the permitted total weight

of the towing vehicle.

For Australia/New Zealand:

note

Towing

The Australian/New Zealand Standards AS

Loads

4177.1-2004 Caravan and light Towing a trailer

components – trailer tow hitches and towing

brackets contains the following statement, which

is hereby accepted by the BMW Group Australia:

FOR TOWING ONLY. The trailer tow hitch sup‐

plied with your BMW vehicle should only be used

for towing purposes, the trailer tow hitch assem‐

bly should not be used in conjunction with any

Distribute the load as evenly as possible over the

loading area.

Stow the load as low as possible and as close as

possible to the trailer axle. A low centre of trailer

gravity makes the car/trailer combination much

more stable and safe to drive.

The permitted total weight of the trailer and the

permitted trailer load of the vehicle must not be

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exceeded. The lower value is the limit which

should be adhered to.

Not Australia/New Zealand: Trailer

rear lights

The power output of the trailer's rear lights must

not exceed the following values:

Tyre inflation pressure

Check the vehicle's and the trailer's tyre inflation

pressures carefully.

▷ Turn indicators: 42 watt per side.

▷ Tail lights: 50 watt per side.

▷ Brake lights: 84 watt total.

On the vehicle, the tyre inflation pressure for

higher loads applies.

▷ Rear fog lights: 42 watt total.

▷ Reversing lights: 42 watt total.

For information about the tyre inflation pressure,

see page 284.

For the trailer, the regulations of the manufac‐

turer apply.

Australia/New Zealand: Trailer rear

lights

▷ Turn indicators: 54 watt per side.

▷ Tail lights: 100 watt in total.

▷ Brake lights: 108 watt total.

▷ Reversing lights: 54 watt total.

Runflat indicator RPA

Initialise the runflat indicator, see page 301, after

the tyre inflation pressure has been corrected or

a trailer has been attached or detached.

Tyre Pressure Monitor TPM

Reset the Tyre Pressure Monitor, see page 294,

after the tyre inflation pressure has been correc‐

ted or a trailer has been attached or detached.

Towing a trailer

General

When the trailer socket is in use, some driver as‐

sistance systems are unavailable, or available to a

limited extent. A Check Control message is

shown where applicable.

Exterior mirror

Two exterior mirrors which bring both rear cor‐

ners of the trailer into your field of view are re‐

quired by law. Mirrors of this type are available as

special equipment from a Service Partner of the

manufacturer or another qualified Service Partner

or a specialist workshop.

Safety notes

WARNING

Speeds in excess of approximately 80 km/h,

50 mph, can be enough to produce snaking

motion, depending on the design of trailers and

the loads they are carrying. There is a risk of

accident or material damage.

Power consumption

General

Before beginning your journey, check the func‐

tion of the trailer rear lights.

Keep to an appropriate speed when towing a

trailer. If the trailer starts to snake, brake imme‐

diately and make the necessary steering cor‐

rections as carefully as possible.

When towing a caravan, keep the activation

times of power consumers short to avoid placing

an excessive load on the vehicle battery.

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WARNING

High loads and high outside

temperature

The tyre inflation pressure must be adapted

because of the increased axle load when tow‐

ing a trailer. Driving with inadequate tyre infla‐

tion pressure can damage the tyres. There is a

risk of accident or material damage. Do not ex‐

ceed a speed of 100 km/h / 60 mph. Increase

the tyre inflation pressure of the towing vehicle

by 0.2 bar. Note the maximum possible tyre in‐

flation pressure stated on the tyre.

NOTE

On long journeys with high trailer loads, a high

outside temperature and a low fuel tank con‐

tent, the fuel system can overheat leading to

reduced engine power. There is a risk of mate‐

rial damage. Refuel in good time. Make sure

that on long journeys with high trailer loads and

a high outside temperature, the fuel tank is

more than 1/4 full.

Upward gradients

General

In the interest of safety and to avoid holding up

other traffic, do not attempt to climb upward gra‐

dients steeper than 12 % when towing a trailer.

Trailer Stability Control

Principle

The system helps you to neutralise a trailer's

tendency to swing from side to side.

If higher trailer loads have been retrospectively

approved, the limit is 8%.

Trailer Stability Control detects snaking move‐

ments and promptly brakes the vehicle so that

road speed falls to below the critical range and

the car/trailer combination is stabilised.

Driving off on upward gradients

The parking brake is automatically released

when the accelerator pedal is operated.

To prevent the vehicle from rolling back when

driving off, use the parking brake.

General

If the power socket for the trailer is in use but no

trailer is attached, for example when using a bicy‐

cle carrier with lighting, the system may become

active in extreme driving situations.

1.

Shortly before driving off, pull and re‐

lease the switch.

The parking brake is engaged.

2. Accelerate sufficiently to drive off.

Operating requirements

The system is operational from a speed of ap‐

proximately 65 km/h, 40 mph, when towing a

trailer and with the trailer socket in use.

Downhill gradients

On downward gradients, a car/trailer combination

tends to start snaking earlier.

System limits

The system is unable to intervene or intervenes

too late, in the following situations for example:

Before the downward gradient, shift down man‐

ually to the next-lowest gear and drive down‐

wards slowly.

▷ If a trailer folds instantly, for example on slip‐

pery or loose road surfaces.

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▷ If a trailer with a high centre of gravity tips

over before snaking is detected.

WARNING

▷ If Dynamic Stability Control DSC is deactiva‐

ted or has malfunctioned.

If the ball linkage is not locked, unstable driving

conditions or accidents can result. There is a

risk of accident or material damage. Before a

journey with a trailer or load carrier, check that

the ball linkage is correctly locked.

▷ If the power consumption of a trailer is too

low to be detected by the system, for exam‐

ple due to LED rear lights.

Storage

Activating towing a trailer

mode

Removable ball linkage is located under luggage

compartment floor.

Principle

Ball linkage bracket

When driving with a trailer or load carrier and the

trailer socket occupied, some driver assistance

systems may have functional limitations or may

malfunction. In order to avoid malfunctions, acti‐

vate towing a trailer mode.

Activating towing a trailer mode

Via iDrive:

1. "My Vehicle"

The bracket for the ball linkage is on the under‐

side of the vehicle.

2. "Vehicle settings"

3. "Trailer mode"

Follow the maintenance instructions, see

page 345.

4. Activate towing a trailer mode.

Not for Australia/New

Overview

Zealand: Trailer tow hitch

Safety notes

WARNING

Parts of the body can become trapped when

inserting the ball linkage. There is a risk of in‐

jury. When inserting the ball linkage, make sure

that the area of movement is kept clear.

1

2

3

Lock display

Lock

Handwheel

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Indicator on the ball linkage

The lock is open if the handwheel can be

pressed, arrow 1.

The colour of the indicator on the ball linkage

shows the locking status.

Pre-tensioning the handwheel

Colour

Locking status

If the indicator is orange, pre-tension the hand‐

wheel:

Red

Lock open, ball linkage

can be inserted or re‐

moved.

1. Hold ball linkage firmly.

2. Press the handwheel, arrow 1, and turn in di‐

rection of the arrow as far as it will go, ar‐

row 2.

Green

Lock closed, ball link‐

age is fitted firmly.

Orange

Lock closed, ball link‐

age is not fitted firmly.

Attaching ball linkage

Operating requirements

The ball linkage can be inserted if the following

conditions are met:

3. Handwheel engages.

▷ The lock is open.

▷ The indicator on the handwheel is red.

Inserting ball linkage

1. Pull bracket cover downwards and store in

the vehicle.

Opening the lock

Open the lock with the key supplied.

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2. Insert the ball linkage from underneath into

the bracket and push upwards, arrow 1.

Removing ball linkage

1. Fold up the lock cover.

2. Insert key and unlock the lock in the hand‐

wheel.

3. Remove the key.

4. Hold ball linkage firmly.

5. Press the handwheel, arrow 1, and turn in di‐

rection of arrow as far as it will go, arrow 2.

3. Pull the ball linkage backwards until it en‐

gages, arrow 2.

The ball linkage is inserted correctly if the indica‐

tor on the handwheel is green.

Locking the lock

The lock is used for preventing theft.

6. Pull the ball linkage out of the bracket.

7. Release the handwheel.

1. Insert the key into the lock.

2. Lock the lock in the handwheel.

3. Remove the key.

8. Insert cover in bracket.

Trailer socket

General

The socket is underneath the bumper next to the

bracket for the ball linkage.

Checking the interlock

Ensure that the ball linkage is properly engaged

by shaking it.

If the ball linkage is not fitted firmly, check the

following points:

▷ The indicator on the handwheel is green.

▷ Ball linkage is lying flush in the bracket.

▷ The lock is locked and the key is removed.

Safety notes

WARNING

If the indicator on the handwheel is not green,

pre-tension the handwheel, see page 264.

The socket for the trailer or rear luggage rack

can heat up due to exhaust gases. There is a

risk of injury. Allow the trailer socket to cool be‐

fore swivelling out.

If the ball linkage is not flush with the bracket,

clean the bracket and the ball linkage, see

page 263.

If the lock is locked, open it, see page 264.

Check with a Service Partner of the manufac‐

turer or another qualified Service Partner or a

specialist workshop if all points are met and the

ball linkage is not firmly fitted.

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WARNING

Operating rear luggage

racks

The socket for the trailer or rear luggage rack is

located near to protruding parts of the vehicle

body. There is a risk of injury. Do not touch any

parts of the body when swivelling the trailer

socket in and out.

The ball linkage of the trailer tow hitch can be

used as a mount for rear luggage racks; for ex‐

ample bicycle rack systems.

Note the information on rear luggage racks when

operating the rear luggage rack, see page 258.

Swivelling in and out

1. Grip the socket at the side.

2. Swivel the socket out or in up to the end po‐

sition. To make it easier to swivel, pull the

socket back slightly.

Eye for securing cable

There is an eye on the trailer tow hitch bracket

for attaching the trailer securing cable.

For increased safety when towing a trailer, attach

the trailer securing cable to the eye.

Check that the securing cable can move freely

and is not dragging on the ground.

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Saving fuel

Close windows and the glass

sunroof

An open glass sunroof or open window increase

drag and consequently fuel consumption.

Vehicle equipment

This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐

cific and optional equipment available for the

model series. It may therefore describe equip‐

ment and functions which are not installed in

your vehicle, for example on account of the spe‐

cial equipment selected or the country specifica‐

tion. This also applies to safety-relevant func‐

tions and systems. Please comply with the

relevant laws and regulations when using the

corresponding functions and systems.

Tyres

General

Tyres can have differing effects on consumption

figures. Consumption can be affected by the size

of the tyres, for example.

Check tyre inflation pressure

regularly

Check and, if necessary, correct the tyre inflation

pressures at least twice a month and before set‐

ting off on a longer journey.

Reducing fuel consumption

General

The vehicle possesses wide-ranging technolo‐

gies for reducing consumption and emission lev‐

els.

Insufficient tyre inflation pressure increases roll‐

ing resistance and consequently fuel consump‐

tion and tyre wear.

Fuel consumption depends on various factors.

Observe the correct tyre inflation pressure and

the ECO tyre inflation pressure where applicable.

A number of measures, such as a moderate driv‐

ing style and regular maintenance, can influence

fuel consumption and reduce the burden on the

environment.

For information about the tyre inflation pressure,

see page 284.

Drive off immediately

Remove unnecessary loads

Do not warm up the engine with the vehicle at a

standstill, but instead set off straight away, driv‐

ing at moderate engine speeds.

Extra weight increases fuel consumption.

Remove add-on accessories

after use

If no longer required, remove auxiliary mirrors,

roof racks and rear-mounted racks after use.

This brings the cold engine up to operating tem‐

perature as quickly as possible.

Think ahead

Anticipating the road situation and adopting a

smooth driving style will reduce fuel consump‐

tion.

Add-on accessories on the vehicle can adversely

affect its aerodynamic performance and increase

fuel consumption.

Avoid accelerating and braking unnecessarily.

Keep an appropriate distance from the vehicle

ahead.

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The ECO PRO drive mode supports energy-sav‐

ing use of comfort functions. These functions are

automatically deactivated wholly or partially.

Avoid high engine speeds

Driving at low engine speeds reduces fuel con‐

sumption and wear.

Pay attention to the optimum shift indicator, see

page 150, in the vehicle, if fitted.

Have maintenance work carried

out

Have the vehicle serviced regularly to achieve

optimal economy and lifetime. BMW recom‐

mends having maintenance work carried out by a

BMW Service Partner.

Make use of overrun mode

When approaching a red traffic light, take your

foot off the accelerator and allow the vehicle to

roll.

Please also see the BMW Maintenance System,

see page 319.

On downward stretches, take your foot off the

accelerator and allow the vehicle to roll.

The fuel supply is interrupted in overrun mode.

ECO PRO

Switch off the engine if stopping

for longer periods

Principle

ECO PRO supports an efficient driving style. To

do this, the engine management and comfort

functions, such as for example the air condition‐

ing power, are adjusted.

Stopping the engine

When you stop the vehicle for longer periods, for

example at traffic lights, railway crossings or in

traffic jams, switch off the engine.

Steptronic transmission: the engine is discon‐

nected from the gearbox in selector lever posi‐

tion D under certain circumstances. The vehicle

rolls when idling to optimise consumption. Selec‐

tor lever position D remains engaged.

Auto Start Stop function

The Auto Start Stop function of the vehicle shuts

off the engine automatically during a stop.

If the engine is switched off and then started

again, the fuel consumption and emissions are

reduced compared with a permanently running

engine. Savings can be made just by stopping

the engine for a few seconds.

In addition, situation-dependent notes, ECO

PRO tips, can be displayed which help you to

drive with optimum consumption.

In the instrument cluster, the extension of the

range achieved as a result can be displayed as a

bonus range.

Fuel consumption also depends on other factors,

such as driving style, road condition, mainte‐

nance or environmental factors, for example.

General

The system comprises the following

EfficientDynamics functions and

EfficientDynamics displays:

Switch off functions which are

not currently required

Functions such as seat heating or rear window

heating require a great deal of energy and in‐

crease fuel consumption, especially in city traffic

and stop-and-go traffic.

▷ ECO PRO bonus range, see page 270.

▷ ECO PRO air conditioning, see page 269.

▷ Route-ahead assistant, see page 271.

▷ Coasting driving state, see page 272.

▷ Driving style analysis, see page 274.

Switch these functions off if they are not re‐

quired.

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▷ "ECO PRO climate control"

▷ "ECO PRO light and sight"

▷ "Route-ahead assistant"

Overview

The settings are saved for the current driver pro‐

file.

ECO PRO Limit

▷ "ECO PRO limit": activate ECO PRO limit.

An ECO PRO tip is shown when the speed of

the set ECO PRO limit is exceeded.

Button

▷ "Tip at:"

Set the required speed for the ECO PRO

limit.

Activating ECO PRO

Press the button. ECO PRO is displayed

in the instrument cluster.

Coasting

The coasting function enables the engine to be

operated at idle when decelerating in order to

optimise consumption.

Configuring ECO PRO

INDIVIDUAL

Deactivate the function to use the braking effect

of the engine when driving downhill.

Calling up via the Driving Experience

Control

ECO PRO seat air conditioning

The output from the seat heating is reduced

when ECO PRO is activated.

1. Activating ECO PRO.

2. "Configure ECO PRO INDIVIDUAL"

ECO PRO air conditioning

The air conditioning is adjusted for efficient con‐

sumption.

Calling up via iDrive

1. "My Vehicle"

2. "Vehicle settings"

To achieve this, the set temperature is adjusted

slightly and the interior is heated or cooled more

slowly to reduce consumption.

3. "Driving Experience Control"

4. "Configure ECO PRO INDIVIDUAL"

5. Select the desired setting.

The setting is saved for the current driver profile.

Mirror heating is available when the outside tem‐

perature is low.

ECO PRO light and sight

Enabling/disabling ECO PRO

functions

The following ECO PRO functions can be activa‐

ted/deactivated:

The power output of the exterior mirror and the

rear window heating is reduced. Depending on

the equipment, the dynamic ECO light function

is activated additionally.

▷ "ECO PRO limit"

▷ "Coasting"

▷ "ECO PRO seat climate control"

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Route-ahead assistant

Consumption display

The route-ahead assistant detects upcoming

route stages and alerts the driver.

Instrument cluster without extended

functionality

Resetting settings

Reset ECO PRO INDIVIDUAL to the default set‐

ting:

"Reset to ECO PRO STANDARD"

Display in the instrument cluster

ECO PRO bonus range

An extension of range can be

achieved due to adjusted driving

style.

Information about the current driving style

A pointer in the consumption display provides in‐

formation about the current driving style:

The range extension can be dis‐

played as bonus range in the in‐

strument cluster.

▷ The current consumption in relation to the

average consumption is displayed.

The bonus range is contained in the display of

the range.

▷ Pointer in the area arrow 1: display of the en‐

ergy recuperation achieved when rolling or

when braking.

Depending on the equipment version, blue bar

segments indicate the range gained in steps.

▷ Pointer in area arrow 2: display when acceler‐

ating.

If the bonus range is shown in grey, the current

driving style is inefficient.

If the acceleration is inefficient, the area between

average consumption and current consumption

is coloured red.

The display turns blue as soon as all the condi‐

tions for driving with optimised consumption are

met.

The following information is also displayed, de‐

pending on the situation:

After filling up, the bonus range is automatically

reset.

▷ Depending on the equipment version: the

route covered in the coasting driving state,

see page 273.

▷ The total time with the engine switched off,

see page 124, during automatic engine

stops.

▷ A optimum shift indicator, see page 150, as

recommendation to engage a more efficient

gear.

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Resetting consumption history

Display on the Control Display

Via iDrive:

Displaying EfficientDynamics

information

1.

Press the button.

The current operating method of the ECO PRO

functions can be shown on the Control Display.

2. "Reset consumption history"

Via iDrive:

Route-ahead assistant

1. "My Vehicle"

2. "Technology in action"

3. "EfficientDynamics"

Principle

The function helps to save fuel and supports an

anticipatory driving style. Using the navigation

data, certain sections of the route ahead can be

detected early and information can be shared

with the driver.

4.

Select the symbol.

Following functions are displayed:

▷ Auto Start Stop function.

▷ Energy recuperation.

▷ Coasting.

General

The recognised sections of the route, such as

built-up areas or bends ahead, for example, re‐

quire a reduction in speed.

Showing consumption history

The following functions can be shown on the

Control Display:

The alert is also given if the section of the route

ahead cannot yet be detected when driving.

▷ Average consumption.

▷ The route covered while coasting.

The alert is shown until the section of the route

is reached.

▷ The duration for which the Automatic Start/

Stop function has stopped the engine.

If an alert is given, vehicle speed can then be re‐

duced in an efficient way by removing your foot

from the accelerator and allowing the vehicle to

roll until the section of road is reached.

Via iDrive:

1. "My Vehicle"

2. "Technology in action"

3. "EfficientDynamics"

Depending on the situation, the system also in‐

dependently used the engine brake by interrupt‐

ing the coasting function, see page 272.

4.

Select the symbol.

Vertical bars show the consumption for the se‐

lected route.

Operating requirements

▷ ECO PRO driving mode is activated.

Selecting the route length

Via iDrive:

▷ The function must be available in the country

in which the vehicle is being driven.

1.

Press the button.

2. "Scaling:"

3. Select the desired setting.

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2. "Technology in action"

3. "Driving style analysis"

Display

Display in the instrument cluster

Using route-ahead assistant

A section of the route ahead is shown:

An alert regarding a section of the route

ahead is given as a recommendation to

allow the vehicle to roll.

1. Remove your foot from the accelerator.

An additional symbol shows the detected section

of the route:

2. Allow the vehicle to roll until you reach the

section of road displayed.

3. Adjust the speed by braking as necessary.

Symbol Section of the road in front

Speed limit or town entrance.

System limits

The function is not available in the following sit‐

uations:

Junction or turn, exit from a fast

road.

▷ The speed is below 50 km/h, 30 mph.

▷ With a temporary and variable speed limit,

such as at road works.

Corner.

▷ With inadequate quality of the navigation

data.

Roundabout.

▷ With Active Cruise Control.

Coasting

Display in the Head-Up Display

The advance notice alert can also be

shown in the Head-Up Display.

Principle

The engine is automatically disconnected from

the gearbox in selector lever position D under

certain circumstances. The vehicle continues to

roll in neutral to reduce consumption. Selector

lever position D remains engaged. This vehicle

condition is called coasting.

Display on the control display

As soon as the brake or accelerator pedal is

pressed, the engine is automatically connected

again.

General

Coasting is a component of the ECO PRO drive

mode and the COMFORT drive mode.

An alert is shown in the driving style analysis dis‐

play on the Control Display if there is a corre‐

sponding section of the route.

Coasting is automatically activated by calling up

the ECO PRO drive mode or COMFORT drive

mode via the Driving Experience Control and

cannot be deactivated.

Call up the driving style analysis display via iDrive:

1. "My Vehicle"

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A precautionary driving style helps to use the

function frequently and supports the consump‐

tion-reducing effect of coasting.

Display

Instrument cluster without extended

functionality

Operating requirements

The function is available in the speed range from

approx. 25 km/h, 16 mph to 160 km/h, 100 mph.

The marking in the consumption

display on the on-board computer

has a blue background and is at

zero.

The function is active if the following conditions

are met:

The revolution counter indicates

▷ System detects a calm and smooth driving

style.

that the engine is approximately at idle speed.

▷ Accelerator pedal is not pressed or accelera‐

tor pedal is released.

ECO PRO driving mode: Displays on

the control display

In EfficientDynamics, the coasting drive state is

shown during the journey.

▷ Brake pedal not pressed or only pressed

lightly.

▷ Selector lever in selector lever position D.

The route covered in the coasting drive state is

displayed in the consumption history. The coun‐

ter reading is reset each time you fill up.

▷ Engine and gearbox are at operating temper‐

ature.

▷ System does not detect any vehicles ahead

of you.

▷ The system does not detect any obstructive

traffic situations or routes.

▷ Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go function,

ACC, not activated.

Operation via shift paddles

Principle

Blue colour: coasting drive state.

The coasting state can be controlled using the

shift paddles.

Displaying EfficientDynamics

information

Via iDrive:

Activating, deactivating coasting

using shift paddles

1. Pull the right-hand shift paddle to shift to top

gear.

1. "My Vehicle"

2. "Technology in action"

3. "EfficientDynamics"

2. To activate coasting mode, actuate the right-

hand shift paddle again.

System limits

Actuate the left-hand shift paddle to deactivate.

The function is not available, if one of the

following conditions is met:

▷ DSC OFF or TRACTION activated.

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▷ If Cruise Control is activated.

Display on the Control Display

▷ Driving in the handling limit range or on up‐

ward or downward gradients.

▷ Battery charge state temporally too low or too

high power requirement in the on-board net‐

work.

▷ Towing a trailer.

Driving style analysis

The display of the ECO PRO driving style analy‐

ser consists of a symbolised road and a perform‐

ance table.

Principle

The function helps you to develop a particularly

efficient driving style and to save fuel.

The road symbolises the efficiency of the driving

style. The more efficient the driving style, the

smoother the road appears on the image, ar‐

row 1.

To do this, the driving style is analysed. The eval‐

uation is performed in various categories and is

shown on the Control Display.

The performance table contains stars. The more

efficient the driving style, the more stars are con‐

tained in the table, arrow 2, and the faster the bo‐

nus range increases.

Using this display, the individual driving style can

be adjusted to save fuel.

General

The current trip is evaluated.

On the other hand, if the driving style is ineffi‐

cient, a bumpier road and a reduced number of

stars is shown.

To support an efficient driving style, ECO PRO

tips are shown during the journey.

Adapting the driving style can increase the range

of the vehicle.

This gain in range is shown as a bonus range on

the instrument cluster and Control Display.

Operating requirements

The function is available in ECO PRO drive

mode.

Calling up ECO PRO driving style

analysis

Via iDrive:

1. "My Vehicle"

2. "Technology in action"

3. "Driving style analysis"

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